Enamel & Raden Accessories Workshop

Course Description

Enamel Filling and Raden are traditional Chinese craft techniques that showcase the exceptional skills and artistic achievements of ancient artisans. They are renowned for their intricate and durable enamel decorations on metal objects, while Raden features iridescent patterns created by inlaying mother-of-pearl or abalone shells, symbolizing luxury and refinement. These techniques have been passed down for thousands of years and have profoundly influenced the artistic traditions of East Asia. About The Workshop: Experience the art of Enamel Filling and Raden in a simplified, accessible format. Participants will fill pre-made metal compartments with vibrant enamel powders, using an easier technique that captures the essence of this ancient Chinese craft (No firing or high temperatures required with colored sand). Using easy-to-learn techniques, participants will create stunning designs accessories without the intricacies of traditional methods. Workshop Highlights: - Discover the history and essence of this ancient Chinese art form - Fill pre-made metal compartments with vibrant colored sand powders - Explore simplified techniques for creating beautiful cloisonné and raden designs Note: - This workshop offers an accessible approach to mastering the fundamentals of cloisonné and raden. - Participants will take home their accessory (two alloy based hair clip/pin or one hair claw) at the end of the class. - Workshops can be taught in English or Cantonese - 1.5 - 2 hours workshop - Suitable for participants aged 10 and above Class Size: A maximum of six participants per class. - 點藍、燒藍和螺鈿是中國傳統工藝技法，展現了古代工匠的高超技藝與藝術造詣。點藍和燒藍以金屬器物上精巧耐用的彩飾著稱，而螺鈿則以珍珠母或鮑魚殼鑲嵌出虹彩圖案，象徵奢華與精緻。這些技法不僅傳承千年，還深刻影響了東亞的藝術傳統。 關於工作坊: 本課程旨在介紹此中國傳統藝術形式，為參與者提供親身體驗，展現景泰藍和螺鈿的精美與精妙，並以簡化易懂的方式（使用無需高溫燒製的彩沙或) ，創作出獨特的配飾。 工作坊亮點: - 了解點藍及螺鈿的歷史/ 設計原則 - 動手實踐，探索色彩理論並繪製彩色草圖 - 練習點藍填充技法和練習螺鈿鑲嵌技法 課堂人數: 可接受單人報名，最多六人一班 備註: - 課程結束後，學員可將完成的合金配件(兩個髮夾/別針或一個大號爪夾 )帶回家 - 工作坊可以英語或粵語授教 - 課程大約1.5 - 2小時 - 適合10歲及以上的參與者